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Brisbane Paniyiri getting bigger every year
Last weekend Brisbane transformed into a little Greece celebrating Paniyiri’s 42nd birthday, attracting in excess of 50,000 guests immersing themselves in Hellenic culture and flavours. There was something for every …
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Hidden stories of friendship between Greek and Turkish Cypriots
Before nationalism and conflict, from the 1930s to 1950s, many Greek and Turkish Cypriots lived peacefully together. This period in time saw deep friendships formed and strong intercultural practices and …
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Greek volunteers bring cheer for National Volunteer Week
Greek Australian volunteers will be recognised for their tireless work to help the elderly in the community during National Volunteer Week. Fronditha Care’s 200-strong group of volunteers, who donate their …
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Periodical Antipodes Volume 64 open for submissions
The 64th issue of the Greek Australian Cultural League (GACL) literary periodical Antipodes will be launched οn Sunday 7 October at the Panarcadian Association ‘O Kolokotronis’ (570 Victoria St, North …
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Sharing stories of migration, from one generation to the next
It’s been on our radar for some time now that the first generation of Greek migrants to Australia is dwindling. But with the gradual dissipation of a generation also comes …
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Remembering the horrors of genocide
This month marks a particularly significant anniversary for the Greek community: 19 May, the official anniversary of the atrocities carried out against the minority groups of Pontus and Asia Minor …
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Mother’s Day High Tea @ Alphington Grammar
Mother’s Day High Tea is always a special occasion at Alphington Grammar School, and this year was no exception. Close to 300 guests gathered to celebrate all that Mother’s Day …
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It’s Paniyiri time for Brisbane
Brisbane is home to a very proud Greek community, and this month they are set to turn Musgrave Park blue and white to showcase the best of Greek culture and …
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Doctors honour Hippocrates and 21st century medicine at the Hellenic Museum
The Hellenic Medical Society of Australia (HMSA) recently hosted over 100 doctors at an historic collegiate and educational event which was held in the grand setting of the Hellenic Museum …
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20 Greek Australians named 2018 Multicultural Leading Citizens
Federal Member for Hotham, Clare O’Neil MP, joined by Steve Dimopoulos MP, the State Member for Oakleigh, and Nick Staikos MP, the State Member for Bentleigh, hosted a gala luncheon …